Project Director

NRL; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Project Director in Birmingham. This senior role involves managing projects over £100 million, from tendering to post-construction quality assurance. Ideal candidates will possess comprehensive construction knowledge and demonstrate strong project management and business development skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with complex, multi-disciplinary, technical projects.
• Academic and/or professional management qualification.
• Knowledge of IOSH for Directors, CDM/PSCS Awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Tender Team at the pre-construction stage.
• Manage preparations and contract compliance during construction.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and high-quality aftercare services.

Skills

Construction techniques

BIM modelling

Health and safety regulations

Project management

Business development

Education

Management qualification

Membership of MCIOB or CEng MICE

Job description

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Project Director

Location: UK-West Midlands-Birmingham

Reporting to the Regional Director/BU MD, the Project Director will help tender and win schemes in excess of £100m. Generally involved from tender stage as the project lead, liaising with the Estimating team to secure the project. Thereafter, with the approval of the Regional Director / Regional MD, will prepare the PEP and build the project team in preparation for the contract commencement. The Project Director will be responsible for managing the Company’s business interests, risk & delivery strategy on the contract to guide the project to commercial success.

Responsibilities:

Pre-Construction

• Lead the Tender Team consisting of Estimator, CM, QS, other appropriate staff, and external consultants as necessary.
• Manage the production of the tender to ensure a competitive submission in accordance with requirements.
• Prepare the programme, method statements, prelims, and submission documents.
• Chair start-up & internal meetings, prepare procurement strategy with the QS, and prequalify key supply chain (early awards).
• Prepare a preliminary Risk Register and mitigate/manage risks throughout the project.
• Work with the SQS to prepare and track a prelim procurement schedule.

Construction

• Arrange the start-up meeting and manage the preparation of the PEP.
• Receive, distribute, and acknowledge the letter of intent.
• Agree on the commencement date and complete the contract documents.
• Ensure all aspects of quality, environment, and progress meet contractual requirements.
• Assist in the selection and vetting of major subcontractors and suppliers, including HSEQS vetting.

Post Construction

• Ensure a customer-centric aftercare service is in place.
• Complete the project data sheet and gather references from the client.
• Protect Sisk’s contractual position by ensuring client & design team satisfaction and maintaining strong relationships for future opportunities.
• Obtain the defects list and address items to achieve the Certificate of Making Good Defects, engaging with the client timely.

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of construction techniques, design techniques & BIM modelling.
• Comprehensive knowledge of building, health and safety, and fire regulations.
• Experience with complex, multi-disciplinary, technical projects.
• Proficient in planning and prioritising daily site tasks.
• Ability to hold people accountable in implementing Sisk Zero philosophy.
• Ability to identify, convert, and deliver business development opportunities.
• Experience managing key accounts through network, profile, and credibility.
• Academic and/or professional management qualification.
• Membership of an industry-related professional institution, such as MCIOB or CEng MICE.
• Experience with CVRs, PEP, and contract management.
• Knowledge of IOSH for Directors, CDM/PSCS Awareness, BBS, Root Cause Analysis, and internal workshops.

Desirable Qualifications/Training

• NEBOSH Certificate

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